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Morning PostSydney Thursday, 26 March 2026 • Issue #633 |
Showers with storms developing, then windy tomorrow ☀️ UV 7.8 • 🌅 Sunset 6:59 PM |
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Good morning! Today we're celebrating a Bondi hero's bravery, navigating Blue Mountains detours, and — if your super strategy could use a tune-up — we'd love to hear from you in today's Money Matters question. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance ⛈️ 30°/19° — Showers with storms developing, then windy tomorrow 📰 Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed awarded key to city for bravery 🛒 Carriageworks Farmers Market + 5 more events 💰 Money Matters: Maximise Your Super with Salary Sacrifice Before You Retire 🕰️ On this day in 1979: The Camp David Accords were signed by Egypt and Israel, formally... |
Today's Sydney Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed awarded key to city for braveryFather-of-two Ahmed Al Ahmed has been honoured with a key to the city and a lifetime beach parking pass for his extraordinary courage during December's Bondi terror attack. He disarmed one of the shooters, potentially saving countless lives. A well-deserved recognition of true heroism. via ABC SydneyThird man charged with murder over Sydney grandfather's killingA man arrested in Seven Hills is alleged to be one of the principal offenders in the mistaken identity kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. Police say the victim was targeted in error. via The Guardian Sydney |
Around Australia Soaring fuel prices send Australians towards electric carsSales of EVs and hybrids have jumped since the Iran conflict sent oil prices soaring and raised the prospect of fuel rationing. Many are saying it's 'crazy not to' make the switch now. via The Guardian AustraliaQueensland stakes claim as AFL's second homeThe debate over who loves footy most has a new contender, with Queensland making a numbers-backed case that it's now the sport's biggest state outside Victoria. via ABC News |
Around the World Meta and Google found liable in landmark social media addiction trial — A five-week trial has concluded with both tech giants found liable for the addictive design of their platforms. via BBC World |
What's On Markets & Food Every Thursday we feature markets and food events around Sydney. FreeCarriageworks, Eveleigh — Every Saturday 8am-1pm 70+ stalls of sustainable NSW produce under cover at one of Sydney's most respected markets FreeGeorge St & Playfair St, The Rocks — Every weekend 10am-5pm Handmade jewellery, fashion and art in historic cobbled laneways with live music MarketBondi Beach Public School, Campbell Parade — Every weekend Farmers market Saturday 9am-1pm, artisan market Sunday 10am-4pm right by the beach Market27 March Night market atmosphere on one of Sydney's most iconic streets Market28 March Fresh local produce in the heart of the city Market29 March Organic produce and artisan food in the inner west Got an event to share? Let us know → |
🍴 New to the Table Freshly opened in Sydney French bistro and barCronulla Music-forward day-to-night spot launching in May with drinks-led French bistro vibes via concreteplayground.com → |
Money Matters Every Thursday we share a practical money tip. Maximise Your Super with Salary Sacrifice Before You RetireSource: Australian Taxation Office |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 What word is always spelled incorrectly in every dictionary?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 💡 Today's Featured Game Word Ladder 3 steps · ~2 min LIME → MINT Change one letter at a time · Par: 3 steps |
On This Day Anniversary of • The Camp David Accords were signed by Egypt and Israel, formally ending 30 years of war. (1979) • Thirty-nine members of the Heaven's Gate cult died in a mass suicide in California. (1997) • Vladimir Putin was elected President of Russia for the first time. (2000) • The Melissa computer virus was released, infecting millions of computers worldwide. (1999) 🎂 Born on this day: American Motown singer and performer Diana Ross (1944), American actor who played Spock Leonard Nimoy (1931), and British actress and star Keira Knightley (1985). |
Brainteaser Answer
The word 'incorrectly.' |
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One Last Smile  The Manly ferry's the only commute where people actually look out the window. Send this to a friend who’d laugh |
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